Second Chef, Care Concern Group

Second Chef

Care Concern Group

Location:

United Kingdom, Church Lawton, Stoke on Trent

Category:

Hospitality and Tourism

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

14.50 GBP / Hour

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Job Description:

We’re looking for a skilled Second Chef to join our care home team, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day. As Second Chef, you’ll craft meals that provide comfort, nourishment, and joy to our residents while maintaining high standards in kitchen safety and hygiene. Additionally, you’ll assist in menu planning, stock management, and kitchen oversight, contributing to a welcoming environment for residents and staff alike.

Job Responsibility:

Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents
Menu Planning: Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus that provide a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients
Kitchen Management: Take charge of day-to-day kitchen management, organizing and controlling food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality
Stock Management: Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed
Health & Safety: Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment
Cleaning & Maintenance: Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas

Requirements:

Culinary Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 " 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards)
Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals
Food Hygiene: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety
Communication Skills: Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents’ dietary needs
Initiative: Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen, when the Head Chef isn’t available

Nice to have:

Experience in preparing food for the specific needs of our residents
Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential

What we offer:

£14.50 per hour
Pension
Onsite Parking
Paid DBS
Uniform Provided
5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 27, 2025

Expiration:

April 18, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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